Stylish gates open to lush paddocks and a comfortable home with heated pool.

Nautical vibe fits the location that's just a short walk from the buzz of Ponsonby.

Element's designers were surprised by the extent of the complex's outlook.

Modern townhouse's clean palette has a clever layout that includes extra design elements.

Views are extensive from the 20th floor, writes Donna McIntyre.

When they move into their next home, this Snells Beach couple won't be going far.

This waterside home has always been in the same family but it is time for a change.

The owners have brought a personal touch to this West Auckland home.

Couple wanted privacy, views and enough space for family and friends to stay.

This clifftop holiday home was made for fun, writes Leigh Bramwell.

A custom-made holiday home is ready for the next family, and the furniture comes too.

A year of change and uncertainty has altered the dynamics of the apartment market.

Some couples find it hard to divide up their furniture, let alone any joint property.

Auckland market reined in from rapid price increases and has settled into stable trading.

Considerable skills brought when restoring and renovating this charming bungalow.

Live the simple life in this light-filled hideaway overlooking the Remuera golf course.

Plenty of space for the kids to play and it's only five minutes' drive to Orewa.

The Labour-led Government is to build 100,000 new homes over the next 10 years...

Three levels make most of the great sea views and park opposite, writes Catherine Smith.

Cedar-clad hideaway's picture windows look over bush or back to city and sea.

Any season is gorgeous in this light-filled, architecturally designed home.

Couple wanted to build house that sits easily in its coastal environment.

Colour trends change over time.

Buyers are returning to the Auckland property market following a two-month drought.

After 33 years, it's time for a Greenlane couple to uproot themselves from their garden.

Saddle up in your backyard, or swim in the stream and run between the pine trees.

The location was the winner for this bach-hunting Auckland couple.

"It's not a house you'd ever forget," says Jo.

Owners were "caretakers" of an original villa on a 20ha site at Mahurangi West.

St Heliers shops and beach are at the end of the road and it's easy to get into the city.